Make crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes! They come out perfect every time. Just 3 ingredients and done in less than 30 minutes. It’s the perfect side dish for any main course!
Table of Contents
- What Are Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries?
- Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes Ingredients
- How to Make Sweet Potato Fries in the Air Fryer
- Girl Carnivore Expert Recipe Tips
- What to Serve With Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
- Leftovers & Reheating
- More Side Dish Recipes in the Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
- Recipe FAQs
Homemade fries are one of our favorite easy air fryer recipes to make. We’ve made some delicious Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Fries, and now it’s time to try it with sweet potatoes! These healthy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are a fun twist on regular potatoes and are super easy to make! Since this recipe only requires a few simple ingredients, you can even customize it to make it your own!
If you want more French fry recipes that don’t require an air fryer, check out our Duck Fat Fries and Beef Tallow Fries with Furikake!
What Are Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries?
Using the air fryer to make sweet potato fries takes a fraction of the cooking time as roasting them in the oven. The hot air circulates the fries and gives them that luxurious crispy texture without deep frying them, making them a healthier alternative if you’re trying to watch your calorie intake!
Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes
- Avocado oil
- Kosher salt
How to Make Sweet Potato Fries in the Air Fryer
First, cut the sweet potatoes into ½-inch thick slices. Now, cut them long ways to make those fries look like thin strips.
Next, grab a large mixing bowl. Toss those sweet potatoes in there, and add the avocado oil and salt. Give it all a good mix, making sure everything gets coated.
Now, let’s transfer the coated fries into the air fryer basket. Make sure they’re in a single layer; you might need to do this in batches, depending on how many fries you have.
Set the air fryer to 375 degrees F and cook for 15 minutes. Remember to flip those fries halfway through and give them a little shake to get them perfectly crispy and golden brown.
Once they’re done, remove them from the air fryer basket, and you’re ready to serve up those delicious sweet potato fries.
Girl Carnivore Expert Recipe Tips
- Play around with various seasonings to get your desired result. Some great options are garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, black pepper, or whatever other seasonings you like!
- If you want to get super fancy, you can soak your sweet potato slices in cold water before air frying. This helps the skin to crisp up even more! Just make sure to pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture before cooking.
- If you want thicker fries, leave the slices at 1/2 inch thick, like sweet potato wedges. They may take longer to cook, but you can leave them thicker if that’s what you prefer. Otherwise, cut them into thin strips!
- Pair with your favorite dipping sauce for even more flavor!
What to Serve With Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Pair these delicious Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with this Weeknight Double Down Burger, Quick Fried Chicken Sandwiches, or Grilled Bavette Steak with a homemade aioli recipe for dipping!
Leftovers & Reheating
Store leftover fries in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.
To reheat:
Air Fryer Method:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F.
- Place the leftover sweet potato fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Heat for about 3-5 minutes, checking halfway for desired crispiness.
Microwave Method:
- Place the leftover sweet potato fries on a microwave-safe plate.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Check for doneness and repeat in short intervals if needed.
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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Fries
This healthy side dish is the perfect solution for when you don’t have a ton of time but want a delicious side to go with your main dishes. You only need three ingredients, and you can make this simple recipe in no time!
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Recommended Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Sweet potatoes about one pound sliced
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Cut the sweet potatoes into ½ inch thick slices.
- Cut long ways again. Turning them into fries is like strips.
- In a large mixing bowl place the sweet potatoes, then add your avocado oil and salt. Toss around to make sure everything is coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F.
- Transfer to the air fryer basket. Doing a single layer. (may need to do in batches)
- Cook at 375 degrees F for 15 minutes Flipping halfway through.
- Remove from the air fryer basket and serve.
Notes
- Play around with various seasonings to get your desired result. Some great options are garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, black pepper, or whatever other seasonings you like! You could even go sweet with a little brown sugar and cinnamon. Just keep an eye on the brown sugar as it can burn faster than regular spices.
- If you want to get super fancy, you can soak your sweet potato slices in cold water before air frying. This helps the skin to crisp up even more! Just make sure to pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture before cooking.
- If you want thicker fries, leave the slices at 1/2 inch thick, like sweet potato wedges. They may take longer to cook, but you can leave them thicker if that’s what you prefer. Otherwise, cut them into thin strips!
- Pair with your favorite dipping sauce for even more flavor!
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Use the recommended amount of oil listed in the recipe and no more. Too much oil can make the fries soggy, so just try to be careful!
Yes! This recipe is versatile and can be adapted to different air fryer models. Follow the step-by-step instructions and adjust the cooking time based on your specific air fryer’s settings.
